Iwen Chen, BACP
Person-centered therapist for relationships and anxiety
- English and Mandarin
- Person-centered and CBT
- Family and relationship support
About Iwen Chen
Iwen Chen is a psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), bringing six years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, and major life changes. Trained in person-centered therapy in the United Kingdom, she blends a compassionate, client-focused stance with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work to adapt support to each person’s situation.
Having lived and worked in the United Kingdom, Germany, China and Taiwan, she has experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and understands how migration, family of origin issues and cultural shifts can affect wellbeing. Her practice covers a wide range of concerns including attachment and abandonment, communication and commitment difficulties, addiction, body image, coping with illness, caregiver stress, and immigration-related challenges.
Fluent in English and Mandarin, she emphasizes empathetic listening, collaboration and empowerment. Her approach aims to help individuals explore emotions, identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies for change while honoring each person’s goals and pace.
Having lived and worked in the United Kingdom, Germany, China and Taiwan, she has experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and understands how migration, family of origin issues and cultural shifts can affect wellbeing. Her practice covers a wide range of concerns including attachment and abandonment, communication and commitment difficulties, addiction, body image, coping with illness, caregiver stress, and immigration-related challenges.
Fluent in English and Mandarin, she emphasizes empathetic listening, collaboration and empowerment. Her approach aims to help individuals explore emotions, identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies for change while honoring each person’s goals and pace.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Iwen Chen have?
Iwen Chen has six years of professional experience.
Is Iwen Chen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Iwen Chen provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Iwen Chen located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Iwen Chen as my therapist?
She offers therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does Iwen Chen work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Iwen Chen cost?
Costs can vary based on a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that may be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, use the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Prospective clients begin by clicking the "Start Therapy" button and completing a short questionnaire that helps match them with the therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support
Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead, helping people explore feelings, strengthen self-awareness, and build confidence in making changes. This approach is often helpful for relationship difficulties, family conflicts, and coping with life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) uses structured conversations to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and stress. It is goal-oriented and often includes exercises clients can use between sessions.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying strengths and small, achievable steps toward preferred outcomes, making it useful for clients seeking focused change or clearer direction in areas such as communication, commitment, or problem-solving.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to consider their needs, goals and preferences and may integrate elements from different approaches to find the best fit.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility in how sessions take place - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging - allowing people to access support from home, adapt scheduling to busy lives, and continue work between sessions with greater convenience.